Voice UK semi-finalist to perform at Middlesbrough Diwali festival

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 11:02 · Archive

The Voice UK semi-finalist Molly J will perform at Middlesbrough's free Diwali festival on 31 October.

Molly J, a semi-finalist on ITV's The Voice UK, will perform at Middlesbrough's free Diwali festival at Centre Square on Saturday, 31 October. The event runs from 1pm to 7pm and will feature live music, dance, street food, children's activities, funfair rides and a Bollywood-themed firework finale. The festival is hosted by BBC Radio Tees DJ Shakk.

Molly J is a singer, songwriter, pianist, composer and producer who is part of Team Tom Jones on The Voice UK. Event producer Kash Patel said her 'performance promises to bring a fresh and exciting energy to the festival, combining her classical musical foundations with contemporary sounds and international influences.'

Molly J said she was 'incredibly excited to be part of the Diwali Festival'. She added: 'I've grown up surrounded by different cultures and musical influences, and I truly believe music is one of the most powerful ways to bring people together. Diwali is a beautiful celebration of light, hope and togetherness, and I'm looking forward to bringing my own energy, culture and sound to the stage.'

How it is being reported

• The Voice UK star Molly J to perform at Middlesbrough Diwali festivalDiwali producer Kash Patel says Molly J's 'performance promises to bring a fresh and exciting energy to the festival'TeessideLive · 22 Oct, 10:30
• The Voice UK star to perform at free Middlesbrough Diwali festivalMolly J, a semi-finalist on the ITV talent show The Voice UK, is set to take the stage at this year’s Diwali in Middlesbrough.The Northern Echo · 22 Oct, 05:30

In this story: Molly J · Team Tom Jones · The Voice UK · Middlesbrough · BBC Radio Tees · Kash Patel

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